Transfer of Property Act at Rwanda
It looks like you are asking about the Transfer of Property Act in Rwanda.
To clarify:
Rwanda does not have a law called the "Transfer of Property Act" exactly like India does (India has the "Transfer of Property Act, 1882").
Instead, Rwanda regulates property and land transactions mainly through its own land laws and civil code.
Here are the key legal frameworks for property transfer in Rwanda:
Law governing land in Rwanda — Latest one is Law No. 43/2013 of 16/06/2013 (updated by newer regulations too).
Law relating to the rights and transfer of immovable property — The Civil Code provisions apply, especially regarding ownership, transfer, sale, lease, and mortgage of property.
Land Tenure System — In Rwanda, almost all land is now registered and titled. Land rights are very clearly defined under government systems.
Notarization — Property transfers must be notarized and registered at the Rwanda Land Management and Use Authority (RLMUA).
Key Principles:
Transfer must be in writing (a sale agreement or contract).
The transfer must be notarized.
It must be registered in the land registry to be valid against third parties.
Taxes (like registration fees and transfer fees) must be paid.
If you're asking for a Rwanda version of something like India's Transfer of Property Act, the closest equivalents would be:
The Rwandan Civil Code (Book 3) (Property and Rights)
Land Law (Law No. 43/2013 and amendments)
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